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What is a .host domain?

From a first glance, the .HOST domain ending helps your brand stand out as something fun and new in a saturated sea of websites online. There are over 200,000 domain names with the word host in their name. The .HOST domain is being enthusiastically adopted by the hosting companies including webhosting product and service brands that want to get their perfect name. The .HOST domain is versatile and attention-grabbing, adding a serious boost to your personal and professional brand.

A .HOST domain name is short, professional and memorable helping you improve your search engine rank with keywords directly in the URL. It's no doubt that someone searching for online hosting is more likely to click on a link that has the .HOST keyword they were searching for in the domain name and as we know every click on organic search results means dollars saved in paid marketing - and that's a big win!

The future of the internet is new and precise domain names that give customers a taste of your brand before they even visit your website. Establish yourself as an industry leader and early adopter, enhance your online marketing, and differentiate your brand from the competition with .HOST domain, the namespace dedicated to the global hosting industry.

How do I buy a .host domain?

Looking to buy a .host domain name? You've come to the right place! Radix, the registry authorized to operate the .host domain, has accredited 101domain to provide domain registration services for .host domains.

You can trust 101domain to do it right, because domain names are our specialty.

101domain is uniquely positioned to help guide you through the .host registration process.

Our business was built on providing simple and timely domain registration services, and superior support once you have your name.

101domain is .host Accredited

How do I transfer a .host domain?

Transferring your .host domain name is a fast and easy process. Get started by clicking "Transfer Now" below, and our Domain Specialists will help you navigate the process. Every .host domain transfer into 101domain includes an additional year(s) renewal, so you're not losing any time, just saving money and gaining the access to the largest portfolio of extensions in the business and 101domain's powerful domain management system.

In accordance with ICANN, Generic Top Level Domains (gTLD) have a 40 day "Grace period" in which a domain name can be renewed without incurring an additional fee. Its important to note however that cpr144449003101 your domain will no longer resolve on the day it expires.
After the 40 day grace period, there is a 30 day "Redemption Period" in which you can renew your domain name for an additional $150 USD.

.host is a top level domain (TLD) regulated by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN).
You, as a registrant of .host names or any other ICANN-sponsored names, are bound by the ICANN Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy (UDRP), Uniform Rapid Suspension System (URS) and Transfer Dispute Resolution Policy (TDRP). You may find information about these policies in the below provided links.

Some domain names may be permanently or temporarily reserved or restricted for registry operations, as premium domain names or to comply with ICANN requirements.

To comply with ICANN requirements, all two-character domains shall be initially reserved, however may be released in the future. In addition reserved names for a) International Olympic Committee, b) International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, and c) Intergovernmental Organizations, for new gTLDs., are not available in accordance with ICANN. The list of these names can be found here.

Does .host domain have a special use?
No

Other information I need to know about .host?
No

Are there any additional fees for .host?
No

Do I need a trademark/brand name to register .host?
No

Private Registration service available?
Yes

Trustee / Proxy service offered? Fees?
No

How do I renew a .host domain?

Renewing your domain name is simple! Just click "Renew Now" below, or log into your Account Manager, select your .host domain name that you would like to renew, select the term of your renewal, and check out. That's it!

We also offer Auto Renew—a great way to keep your domain name up-to-date without having to worry about letting them accidentally expire. Check your Account Settings to find out if you have it enabled.

What are the available languages for .host?

The domain name supports multiple language formats. You can register your domain name in the following languages by just entering your domain search using the appropriate language character set in the search field: